Buick Encore: Vehicle Checks / All-Wheel Drive

Battery - North America

The original equipment battery is maintenance free. Do not remove the cap and do not add fluid. Refer to the replacement number shown on the original battery label when a new battery is needed...

Starter Switch Check

Warning When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.  Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle...

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Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual: Using Voice Recognition

Voice recognition becomes available once the system has been initialized. This begins when the ignition is turned on. Initialization may take a few moments. Press on the steering wheel controls to activate voice recognition, or touch on the infotainment display...

Buick Encore 2020-2023 Owner's Manual: Safety Locks

The rear door safety locks prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. Manual Safety Locks If equipped, the safety lock is located on the inside edge of the rear doors. To use the safety lock: Insert the key into the safety lock slot and turn it so the slot is in the horizontal position...